Makeover Story: Sarah’s Sixties Inspired Look

Our newest makeover story starts with a girl named Sarah. We met her while she was working at the coffee shop next door to Red Velvet. She's super pretty and sweet, but we had no idea that she'd be interested in the idea of a vintage styled makeover! One day, our intern, Mallory was grabbing a coffee and Sarah told her that she'd like to come shopping at the store because she wanted a new style. *Light Bulb!* Mallory told her about our Makeover Story feature and the rest was history. So, here's a little background info on our lovely makeover lady, Sarah… She is a successful college athlete and is getting ready to graduate this spring. When I asked her to describe her current style she didn't have much to say. Her daily wardrobe consisted of jeans, t-shirts, tennis shoes and pony tails. (note: the 'before' photos are taken from Sarah's facebook) Sarah wanted a new look that was easy to wear and natural, but stylish! Oh, and she's really good at walking in heels… yay! Sarah told us that she's work so hard in soccer that she hasn't focused on her style and that she thinks of this makeover as a new beginning. We love her story because it's the story of so many women. We were super happy to help Sarah find a new style that she could develop and we hope that this feature inspires other women out there to take that same leap, just for fun!

In Look One we styled a mod mini dress (Red Velvet) with a chic leather bow belt (Darlingtonia) and heels. She wore a vintage turquoise ring and black polish too (we love black nail polish here at Red Velvet!). Sarah said this outfit was comfortable and pretty without being too girly. She promised us she would wear this dress on her next date.

For hair and makeup I stayed minimal with a more asymmetrical side part and peachy eye shadow and blush. I made sure not to cover her adorable freckles and introduced her to my favorite Burt's Bees lip tints and glosses.

We turned up the volume in Sarah's second look with a teased hairdo and high waisted skirt. We spent some time chatting about the high waisted trends for spring and summer as well as how to add pops of color to outfits using accessories. Sarah is wearing a plaid pencil skirt from Red Velvet with a metallic belt for an interesting accent. She is also borrowing my favorite mustard yellow wedge heels (courtesy of ModCloth) for this look.

Sarah told us that although this outfit wasn't something she would have picked off the rack that she felt really cute in it and would wear it in everyday life. The teased 1960s bump hairstyle is something she can wear with a pony tail or her hair down. She said she liked it because it added volume, while still staying simple. I love this look on her and was so proud to see her feeling confident and cute in vintage!

Thanks so much, Sarah, for being a part of this month's Makeover Story. We adore you! XO, elsie

If you're new to my blog, be sure to check out my previous makeover Stories, Emma's 1970s Inspired Look and Kelsie's Vegan Friendly Look. The purpose of this feature is to inspired women to try new looks that include vintage pieces and to enjoy styling changes throughout the seasons! ♥

Oh wow, she’s looks amazing!! This series is so inspirational! I love the little pops of color added to the vintage pieces, very cute. You girls should totally do a plus size makeover! I really want to incorporate vintage pieces/accessories into my wardrobe but am unsure what would be flattering for my figure. If you do a plus size makeover story I think it would be really inspirational for us curvy girls. *wink*

I absolutely adore that second look. It is something that I would never in a million years put together myself, but that’s because I seem very fashion in efficient. I think I’ll try and find something for myself like this. Her hair looks great! Very nice makeover.

I love the makeover stories! They are so fun and sweet. It makes me wish I had someone to makeover. The 60’s inspired looks are spectacular. Also on a side-note I have been coveting those yellow wedges from modcloth for ages. They are absolutely gorgeous!

How cute! Sarah looks great in both looks, but I am partial to the plaid skirt with the bumped up ‘do. I would love love love a hair tutorial for that one!

Also, ditto on the request for a plus size/vintage makeover! It’s difficult for rounder ladies to find clothes at vintage/thrift stores so getting some tips on how to incorporate new styles and looks would be fantabulous.

Tiffany and Mandi,
I have two plus sized makeovers scheduled in the coming season! Don’t worry. It’s actually not super difficult to find vintage in larger sizes (i find it all the time). I’m so excited to share tips for curvy ladies too!
XO, elsie

Yes, please show us how you did Sarah’s hair! I know exactly how Sarah feels because i’m a soccer player too and it’s hard to focus on style when you’re running around in shorts and cleats most of the time. 🙂 Makeover gives me hope!

She looks gorgeous in both outfits, especially the black mod dress. I too admire these looks and you style, Elsie, but like Sarah, I have no idea where to start or how to put outfits like this together.

I went into Urban Outfitters yesterday to look around, and although I liked a lot of the clothes I saw, I couldn’t seem to put an outfit together. I really want to be more fashionable thought.

BTW, these makeover posts are great. I really enjoy reading them. Maybe you could give more tips on how to put vintage pieces together to make a cohesive look.